AELLA ×
Hayabusa
AELLA × Hayabusa KYOSUI
Suzuki Hayabusa: A Legendary Motorcycle That Keeps Evolving
Launched in 1998, the Suzuki Hayabusa remains a hugely popular, long-selling model to this day.
It evolved into its second generation in 2008 and its third in 2021, and is now loved by many experienced riders.
The Origins of the Hayabusa
In 1998, Suzuki set out to build a new kind of motorcycle, free from categories like supersport and cruiser.
Development proved extremely difficult, though, and the project struggled to find its direction.
The turning point came when one of the engineers watched a peregrine falcon (hayabusa) in flight.
A falcon usually glides at a leisurely pace, but when it targets its prey, it accelerates in an instant to strike.
“Let’s build a motorcycle like a falcon.” This idea became the breakthrough, giving birth to a bike defined not just by specs but by overall balance and functional beauty.
The falcon’s everyday gliding mirrors daily riding, while its sudden burst of speed when hunting mirrors the bike’s top-speed performance.
The falcon is not a powerful bird, yet it unleashes astonishing speed when it matters. That concept lives on in the Hayabusa’s design philosophy.
The motorcycle before full customization
The Challenge and Potential of Customization
The Hayabusa is a highly refined motorcycle, with performance perfected from every angle.
As a result, there is limited room for customization.
In recent years, however, custom parts and styles have steadily matured, opening the door to new value.
A New Challenge: KYOSUI
We developed KYOSUI, a product that lets you enjoy the Hayabusa on a deeper level.
Unveiled at the Tokyo Motorcycle Show in March 2025,
this model features elegant bodywork that blends the image of Kyoto with a matcha-inspired color scheme.
Custom Parts That Combine Comfort With Control
We started with the handlebars.
The stock Hayabusa’s bars sit far forward with a steep drop angle, which can be tiring on long tours.
AELLA eased the drop angle and brought the bars closer to the rider, creating a more comfortable riding position.
We also designed a new top bridge that accepts our machined aluminum adjustable handlebars.
Switching to a handlebar setup significantly reduces weight and improves handling.
The rearset kit was also newly designed to match the handlebar position.
A coaxial shift pedal improves compatibility with the quick shifter and delivers a direct feel.
Large heel guards allow precise footwork with the tips of your toes.
Details such as lightening cuts on the back of the pegs to reduce impact in a fall reflect careful attention throughout.
A Finish That Is Both Beautiful and Durable
All AELLA aluminum parts on the KYOSUI model (except the clutch slave cylinder) feature an electroless nickel-plated finish.
The distinctive texture of nickel, unlike anodizing, pairs beautifully with the matcha-green bodywork as a refined accent.
Its high surface hardness also makes it resistant to scratches, a practical bonus.
It is currently a concept exhibit, with official production expected in the future.
This adds a nickel-plated option alongside the standard silver and black finishes.
